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What is a BVH file?
BVH (Biovision Hierarchy) is a motion capture file format that stores animated skeleton data. Originally developed by Biovision for use in character animation, BVH files contain both a hierarchical bone structure and motion data over time.
BVH is widely used in animation, game development, and virtual reality to apply motion to 3D characters. It is supported by software like Blender, Maya, and MotionBuilder.
How to open BVH files
BVH files can be opened and edited using Blender, Autodesk Maya, and MotionBuilder. They are commonly used to import motion capture data onto character rigs.
AnyConv allows you to convert BVH files into formats compatible with your 3D animation pipeline.
Key facts about BVH
- Full name: Biovision Hierarchy
- Extension: .bvh
- MIME type: application/octet-stream
- Developed by: Biovision
- Initial release: 1995
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🎯 Did You Know?
The format that taught computers to dance
In the late 1990s, BVH files were among the first ways motion capture data was shared between studios. Animators used them to make digital skeletons walk, jump - and even dance - leading to some of the earliest lifelike character animations in games and films.
— Fact picked by Ethan Brooks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about BVH
- Do I need to install software to convert BVH files?No extra software is required. Just upload your BVH files to AnyConv, we’ll convert them on our servers, and you can download the finished file right away.
- Can I use BVH converter on my phone or tablet?Yes, you can convert BVH files on any device - including phones and tablets. AnyConv works perfectly on mobile.
- Is it safe to convert BVH files with AnyConv?Yes, converting BVH files with AnyConv is secure. All files are automatically deleted after conversion and never shared.
- Can I convert multiple BVH files at once?Yes, our converter supports batch processing. You can upload several BVH files and convert them all at once.